Alissa Abbey
About Alissa Abbey
Alissa Abbey is a Senior Creative Partnerships Manager at SketchDeck, with a diverse background in business development, marketing, and franchise management. She has held various roles in companies such as Nextbite, nuOrder Technologies, and SHARKEYS CUTS FOR KIDS, and has a strong educational foundation in business administration and accounting from Wagner College.
Current Role at SketchDeck
Alissa Abbey serves as the Senior Creative Partnerships Manager at SketchDeck, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for managing creative partnerships and driving business development initiatives. Her experience in various managerial roles contributes to her effectiveness in fostering relationships and enhancing collaboration within the organization.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Alissa Abbey has extensive experience in business development, having held multiple positions at SketchDeck prior to her current role. She worked as a Business Development Manager for eight months and later as a Senior Business Development Representative for four months. Additionally, she served as a Senior Manager in Business Development at Nextbite for five months. Her background in these roles has equipped her with skills in partnership management and strategic growth.
Franchise Ownership and Management Experience
Alissa Abbey has significant experience in franchise management. She was a Franchise Owner at CKO Kickboxing from 2014 to 2020, overseeing operations and business growth. Additionally, she owned a SHARKEYS CUTS FOR KIDS franchise from 2017 to 2019. Her involvement in these franchises has provided her with insights into operational management and customer engagement.
Educational Background in Business and Accounting
Alissa Abbey holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from Wagner College, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Accounting from the same institution, completing her studies in 2010. This academic foundation supports her professional roles in finance and business management.
Experience in Human Resources and Accounting
Alissa Abbey has a background in human resources and accounting. She worked as an Accounting and HR Manager at nuOrder Technologies for 11 months in 2016 and 2017. Additionally, she completed a two-month internship as a Tax Intern at PwC in 2009. These roles have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and human resource management.